History repeats itself: first as farce, second as tragedy. linkedin.com/posts/jason-gi…

If Lewis Goodhall realises it, the government MUST be in trouble.

‘Whether he does it or not, fat chance comes to mind!’ China correspondent Austin Williams says it would be ‘foolish’ not to do deals with China, believing it would be a strong negotiating move putting Britain forward as a ‘positive player’. 📺 Freeview 236, Sky 512, Virgin 604

CHINESE ARCHITECTURE Modernity meets Tradition TONIGHT 6:30-8 pm A free talk by Dong Yiping from Suzhou will open up the conversation. Venue: BDP’s offices Respondents: Benedict Zucchi (BDP), Vicky Richardson (ex-RSA), Di Yang (Fosters) Register: eventbrite.co.uk/e/chinese-arch…

CHINESE ARCHITECTURE Modernity meets Tradition TONIGHT 6:30-8 pm A free talk by Dong Yiping from Suzhou will open up the conversation. Venue: BDP’s offices Respondents: Benedict Zucchi (BDP), Vicky Richardson (ex-RSA), Di Yang (Fosters) Register: eventbrite.co.uk/e/chinese-arch…

While headlines talk about disputed deals between Tories & Reform, this (below) is the real stitch-up. Labour and Plaid will do anything to keep Reform out... and to undermine the democratic Brexit mandate.

This is what passes for devastating architectural critique these days. <The sheer amount of structural steel – 95,000 tonnes in total – is obscene for a building that contains just 60 storeys> theguardian.com/artanddesign/2…

My thoughts on the dumbing down of architectural education, overseen by universities, lobbyists and the official regulatory body meant to "represent" architects! #architecture #BuildingDesign Building Design bdonline.co.uk/opinion/why-i-…

This is breathtaking dishonesty.

A must watch. Some clinicians are facilitating the surgical abuse and mutilation of young people... simply because they see their role as giving them what they want, no questions asked. #WPATH The Free Press

#RIBA Awards. A snapshot of pretentiousness: - Dialogues in Sticks & Stones: Spatial testimonies of East African slave trade, Malawi - Dancing on Falling Land: Cryo-cultural infrastructures on thawing (perma)frost - Contemplating “Dam”olition: Study in multi-species inhabitation

A terrific, thought-provoking talk at #BDP on 2 Dec. "Chinese Architecture: Tradition meets Modern" with Yiping Dong Great examples, critical insights and some punchy questions Respondents: Vicky Richardson Benedict Zucchi BDP & Di Yang youtu.be/oVC8TgZ0zVY?si… YouTube

I don't endorse the Heritage Party, but these are sound, no-nonsense points that show how out of touch the mainstream are on 'the environment'.

Time to sacrifice the pawn telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/…

I think that this response is pretty damn impressive.

Stuck for Christmas present ideas? We've got a great selection of books and merchandise for sale. Our brilliant Letters on Liberty pamphlets make great, thought-provoking stocking-fillers. In fact, our Battle of Ideas tote bags make great 'stockings'! academyofideas.uk/p/academy-of-i…

An interesting proposition... although the UK is not Japan, as they say. worksinprogress.co/issue/how-to-r…

Take a bow @PolicyLaila. 👏

Astute budget commentary from Our Ange. Intel Lady youtube.com/watch?v=J6wR-C…

Here's the Ali Miraj/LBC interview online exploring the ideas and intentions behind "Forest City 1"; the first new city proposed in 50 years. futurecities.org.uk/2025/12/05/for…